Tag: Windows 8

Microsoft revealed that most users of older computers will experience slower performance once Meltdown and Spectre patches are installed. Windows 7 and Windows 8 users are urged not to skip the security updates though, as the consequences may be severe.

A new security threat looms over Windows users. The attackers are emulating the BSoD error screen in order to lure users into installing a fake copy of Microsoft Security Essentials and calling a scam support line.

Microsoft finally made its Xbox One wireless controller adapter for PC compatible with Windows 7 and Windows 8.1. Initially, gamers who wanted to use the dongle wirelessly were restricted to Windows 10.

In spite of positive reviews, Windows 10 convinced only a few Windows 7 and Windows 8 users to upgrade. The initial surge in Windows 10 upgrades slowed down drastically, but Microsoft has a plan to get the numbers up again.

As PC owners tweeted on and on Microsoft’s pushiness forcing them to upgrade to Windows 10, solutions started to appear. Here are some verified methods to keep your Windows 7 or Windows 8 without being nagged by the Redmond giant.

Windows 10 has gained five percent of the market share faster than we've seen with any other operating system, jumping to over five percent in one month. This means that Windows 10 owns more market share than Windows 8 and Vista combined.

Microsoft is fired up about its impending Windows 10 operating system, but will the new OS be innovative enough to regain users' love and gain forgiveness over recent OS offerings? There's a good chance, says an industry watcher, but it won't happen overnight.

Google disclosed more security bugs in Microsoft's operating system. Microsoft, however, dislikes the way Google's security team tells the world about the flaws before they can even come up with a patch to fix the problems.

According to Net Applications Windows 8.1 has increased in market share by a whopping 6.7 percent, bringing the combined market share of Windows 8 and 8.1 to 16.8 percent, poising it to take over Windows XP which dropped from 23.87 percent to 17.2 percent.

Halo: Spartan Assault fans can rejoice now that Microsoft and 343 Industries have announced coming of a successor, Halo: Spartan Strike. The game is set during the time of Halo 2, and will cost a mere $5.99.

Microsoft may launch a preview version of its upcoming Windows "Threshold" OS by late September or early October. Sources within the company that participants in the "technology preview" would have to agree to automatic updates.

Microsoft was told not to interrupt SAIC investigations. The software company is being accused of going against the Chinese government since June last year. The issues could also be related to former NSA employee Edward Snowden's revelations.

For Windows users clamoring for the old-style Start Menu from Windows 7 and earlier, a promised restoration in the next upgrade of Windows 8 now has an uncertain release date. It may have to wait until a new OS debuts.